Headless WordPress: Why We Went for It

Published date
Mar 21, 2024
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1 min read
DE{CODE} 2024 The Virtual Developer Conference Watch On Demand

Key Takeaways

  • WP Engine successfully migrated to a headless architecture in a few months. The transition involved developers, designers, and content creators, showcasing the benefits post-migration.

  • Key team members from WP Engine and drewl led the headless WordPress migration. The session highlights firsthand accounts of the switch to headless and the challenges overcome.

  • The decision to switch to Headless WordPress was driven by WP Engine’s commitment to innovation. The move reflects a strategic choice to enhance user experience and site performance.

  • Leaders should explore WordPress Hosting to build faster, protect their brand, and grow their business. A WordPress platform tailored for remarkable online experiences can be a game-changer for digital strategies.

Last year, the WP Engine team was hyper-focused on one task: making wpengine.com a fully headless experience. Working with our web design and development partners at drewl, the team was able to migrate WP Engine’s site onto a headless architecture within the span of a few months.

In this DE{CODE} session, you’ll hear firsthand accounts from the developers, designers, and content creators who made the switch to headless possible, including the obstacles they faced and the benefits they’re enjoying post-migration!

Hear why WP Engine decided to drink our own champagne by making the switch to headless on wpengine.com using Headless WordPress!

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